PM Modi Celebrates Indian Athletes' Success at 2026 Asian Games
Prime Minister Modi Commends Medal Winners
On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to Indian athletes Gulveer Singh, Yashvir Singh, Rohit Yadav, Murali Sreeshankar, Vithya Ramraj, and Parul Chaudhary for their remarkable achievements at the 2026 Asian Games held in Aichi-Nagoya. In a post on X, the Prime Minister expressed pride in Gulveer Singh's silver medal victory in the Men's 1500m Final.
Gulveer Singh's Silver Achievement
PM Modi stated, "Congratulations to Gulveer Singh for clinching Silver in the Men's 1500m at the Asian Games! His accomplishment is particularly noteworthy as it marks a personal best. India takes pride in him: PM @narendramodi."
Javelin Throw Success
The Prime Minister also praised Yash Vir Singh and Rohit Yadav for their silver and bronze medals, respectively, in the men's javelin throw. He highlighted Yash Vir's personal best and described the double podium finish as an outstanding achievement for Indian athletics. "Two Indian javelin throwers on the Asian Games podium! Congratulations to Yashvir Singh for winning Silver with a personal best and to Rohit Yadav for securing Bronze. A fantastic result for both athletes and Indian athletics. Best wishes for their future endeavors: PM @narendramodi," he added.
Murali Sreeshankar's Silver Medal
PM Modi recognized Murali Sreeshankar for his silver medal in the Men's Long Jump Final, stating, "Another Asian Games medal for Murali Sreeshankar! His leap secured him a spot on the Men's Long Jump podium. Congratulations to him, and I wish him continued success: PM @narendramodi."
Vithya Ramraj's Bronze Performance
The Prime Minister congratulated Vithya Ramraj for her bronze medal in the Women's 400m Hurdles, saying, "A remarkable performance by Vithya Ramraj! She has won Bronze in the Women's 400m hurdles at the Asian Games. Congratulations to her, and may she continue to achieve great heights: PM @narendramodi."
Parul Chaudhary's Inspiring Achievement
Additionally, PM Modi commended Parul Chaudhary for her bronze medal in the Women's 5000m, noting that her success serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes. "Congratulations to Parul Chaudhary on winning bronze in the Women's 5000m at the Asian Games. Her achievement is truly inspiring for young athletes. Wishing her all the best for her future endeavors: PM @narendramodi," he remarked.